Family-run mobile disco calls it quits after 44 years

The White Horse Roadshow thanked its supporters for “an incredible journey” as it announced its final disco would be held on New Years Eve later this year.

The owners said they had come to the “difficult realisation” that they could “no longer keep up with the demands of the business.”

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A joint statement said: “It is with regret that we must inform you of our decision to cease the White Horse Roadshow Mobile Disco due to rising financial costs and family commitments.

“After 44 years of serving the community with our passion for music, we have come to the difficult realisation that we can no longer keep up with the demands of the business.

Managing director Phillip Wearing initially started running discos in the late Seventies to raise money for Uffington Boys Football Club, which he managed at the time.

He carried out his first fundraising disco at Uffington Village Hall, and the popular evenings soon began to attract people from surrounding areas including Faringdon and Wantage.

The disco remained popular throughout the earlier Eighties. In 1985, Mr Wearing decided to change the name from Philco Disco to the White Horse Roadshow.

He was joined over the years by his sons Jason, who is technical director, and David, who is Operations Advisor.

The mobile disco would customise its shows to the preference of its customers and had a huge music collection ranging from the Fifties and Sixties to the present day.

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The family thanked their fans and customers for their support over the years, and said they would “cherish the memories and friendships” they had made over the years.

They said: “We want to thank each and every one of you for your support and loyalty throughout the years.

“It has been an honour to serve you and bring joy and entertainment to your special events.

The White Horse Roadshow mobile disco will play its final show on December 31 (Image: White Horse Roadshow)

"Your trust and confidence in our services have been the driving force behind our success, and we are deeply grateful for it.

“We will continue with our services fulfilling current booked events, and taking additional bookings for the remaining part of this year, with our last disco taking place on the December 31.

“We also want to thank all the amazing support staff who have worked with us over the years.

"Your talent, dedication, and hard work have been the foundation of the success of this business.

“Once again, we apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and appreciate your understanding.

“Thank you for your loyalty and support over the years, it has been an incredible journey.

"We will always cherish the memories and friendships that we have made along the way.”